FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

The following is a in-depth overview of the FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was released 13 months prior to the SZ-31MR iHS making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the AV200 grades against the SZ-31MR iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV200 has outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the AV200 and the SZ-31MR iHS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and SZ-31MR iHS is 94 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the AV200 and SZ-31MR iHS.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged AV200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.